Granny Smith - This variety of Green Apple is typically firm, crisp and crunchy and is known for its juiciness and acidity. The Granny Smith’s skin is typically firm contributing to the crunchiness of the fruit and the flesh is primarily white with a slight green tint. Though this variety’s popularity is waning, it is still desirable for its use both as fresh table fruit and as a cooking ingredient. First exported to Britain from Australia in 1930’s but now grown in all warm fruit-producing regions such as Spain, Southern France, Italy and many Southern Hemisphere producing regions. Highly desirable in Northern Europe and the UK where the climate does not permit cultivation.

Countries of Origin: South Africa

Pink Lady/Cripps Pink - Originally cultivated in Western Australia, this variety is extremely desirable within the UK. Typical fruit has an attractive pink flush and is typically firm, providing an appealing crunchiness. The flesh is creamy coloured with a predominately sweet flavour which contains honey overtones. Predominately grown in Australia and New Zealand but recent popularity and increased demand has led to planting in South Africa, USA, France and Italy. Due to the unsuitable climate, this variety cannot be cultivated in the UK though it is a primary destination for this product. Strict regulations apply with regards to product labelling with only the best examples carrying the name Pink Lady. Less perfect examples are sold as Cripps Pink though the internal characteristics are almost identical.

Countries of Origin: South Africa

Gala/Royal Gala - This variety, originating in New Zealand, is known for its rich, honeyed flavour and high levels of juiciness. Royal Gala and Gala varieties are immensely popular and are now grown in all major apple growing regions. Royal Gala distinguishes itself from the Gala variety by being more intensely coloured. A typical fruit of the variety will feature an orange-red flush and the juicy flesh is characteristically cream coloured.

Countries of Origin: South Africa